GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 CONFERENCE to be hosted alongside Asia’s premier MEDICAL FAIR ASIA 2024 at Marina Bay Sands on 11-12 September Dubai: GITEX Global, the world’s largest tech and start-up event, hosted in Dubai, has announced the creation of GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 Conference, the most anticipated AI and digital health expert gathering at the opportune […]
GENEVA: The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday launched a six-month plan to help stop outbreaks of mpox transmission, including ramping up staffing in affected countries and boosting surveillance, prevention and response strategies. WHO said it expects the plan from September through February next year will require US$135 million in funding and aims to improve […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE is closely following the case of its citizen Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, who was arrested by the French authorities in Paris–Le Bourget Airport, emphasising that the UAE has submitted a request to the Government of the French Republic to provide him with all the necessary consular services in an urgent […]
ABU DHABI: The Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood has released an awareness video focused on anti-bullying in schools. This video will be widely shared across various media platforms in the UAE. This initiative is part of a broader campaign against school bullying, launched in conjunction with this year’s Emirati Children’s Day, which is themed […]
WEIHAI, China: The UAE national beach soccer team emerged victorious at the 2024 Belt and Road International Beach Soccer Tournament, held in Weihai, China. This prestigious event was organized by the Chinese Football Association (CFA) and attracted top teams from around the world. The UAE team showcased outstanding performance, securing their title by defeating the […]
IIFA Awards Triumphantly Returns To The Iconic Destination Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, For An Unprecedented Third Showcase This September 27th-29th, 2024 Abu Dhabi: Joining the star-studded elite line-up, Shahid Kapoor is poised to ignite the stage as a star performer, this year’s event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of cinematic excellence. Shahid Kapoor shared […]
The growth in tax refund requests from tourists follows a boom in the tourism sector and an upgrade to the digital tax refund system. Abu Dhabi: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) asserted there has been considerable growth in the volume of transactions processed through the digital Value Added Tax (VAT) refund system for tourists in […]
Telegram founder Pavel Durov arrested in France on criminal charges. As per reports, Telegram had become a focus of extremist activity online. French police arrested Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder and CEO of Telegram, at Le Bourget airport near Paris on Saturday. Durov was detained on a warrant related to alleged criminal activities associated with […]
ROME: An amusing incident proved books can stop burglary and crime… quite literally! A thief in Rome recently found himself caught not by the police, but by a good book. According to Italian media, this intruder broke into an apartment via the balcony, but instead of diving into a life of crime, he stumbled upon […]
DUBAI: The latest #DubaiDestinations summer campaign ends with huge social media buzz after two vibrant months, showcasing Dubai’s summer offerings. Directed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and managed by Brand Dubai, the campaign highlighted Dubai’s attractions across all seasons. Shaima Al Suwaidi, Director of Brand Dubai, praised the campaign […]
DUBAI: Emirates is experiencing a busy period for its Unaccompanied Minors Service as many children return to Dubai from summer vacations to start the school year. This week alone, Emirates will assist over 900 children flying alone with their family-friendly service. Over the past five years, more than 120,000 children have used Emirates’ Unaccompanied Minors […]
